Beloved Milton Keynes pub reopens after £270k makeover with new ‘Grandstand’ sports concept
A popular local pub has reopened its doors after a new stadium-style transformation, costing over a quarter of a million pounds, designed for the ultimate sports viewing experience.
The Burnt Oak in Shenley Brook End is the latst local Marston’s pub to be relaunched under the new ‘Grandstand’ theme, created with sports fans in mind.
The pub has been upgraded with market-leading technology, including multiple massive screens, a state-of-the-art sound system, and flexible tiered seating to guarantee a great view of the action.
The beer garden has been refurbished, with new TV screens added, and locals will be able to order through the Marston’s ‘Order & Pay’ app to ensure they never miss a minute of the action.
Marston’s Operations Manager, Mary Breen, said: “We are so excited about the plans to re-open as a Grandstand pub. We know our locals are sporting mad and can’t wait to be able to offer them the best possible experience when they can visit us again.”
The venue has also been decorated with local sports memorabilia. It is on the hunt for photographs and merchandise, giving pub-goers the chance to fill the walls and celebrate the achievements of local sports stars and teams, past and present.
The pub was proud to invite Ben Sharp as its Community Hero to pull the first pint and officially mark the pub’s opening.
A familiar and much-loved face at The Burnt Oak for many years, Ben is one of the pub’s longest-standing regulars and is always among the first to arrive. His connection to the pub makes him a truly valued member of both the pub family and the wider community.
The pub will show all key sporting fixtures, including football, rugby, cricket, tennis, F1, darts, horse racing, you name it, they will show it! Alongside this, guests will be able to enjoy classic pub games, regular entertainment, and events that bring the local community together.
A brand-new menu and a refreshed drinks range has been introduced to go with the venue's new look and feel.
There will also be the chance for local sports teams to get their hands on a ‘Black Card’, securing them bottomless chips when they visit for team drinks, and even more rewards if they win their game.
The new Grandstand concept was introduced after industry research* revealed that 8.5M consumers have watched sports games at the pub, and 86% of sports fans say that they watch games at sports pubs due to a livelier atmosphere, better screens, sound, and connecting with friends and family.
Marston’s picked The Burnt Oak as one of the pubs to receive the Grandstand makeover due to its involvement with local sports teams, community groups, and charities. The refurbishment has created a new and exciting proposition for local sports fans from Milton Keynes and beyond.
For more information or to book a table, visit The Burnt Oak Pub website.